International Development MajorBachelor of Arts in International Development

International Development is an interdisciplinary major dedicated to understanding ways that the human family is interconnected and exploring the implications of these connections with additional technical training in business-related fields such as economics, finance and accounting. Rooted in the liberal arts tradition, this major systematically combines the study of culture, economics, business, politics and international relations to identify common themes of importance to human development.

Center for International Studies
Established in 1981, the Center for International Studies is Houston's oldest degree-granting center of international higher learning. International Studies prepares students for careers in international business, law, politics and public service. In addition, the Center promotes understanding of international relations, cultural differences and the benefits that come from cooperation within the human family.